How to pronounce "operate"

• "operate" pronounced in English.

Meanings and definitions of "operate"

Verb

direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.; "She is running a relief operation in the Sudan"

Synonyms:

• operate
• run

Verb

perform as expected when applied; "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"; "Does this old car still run well?"; "This old radio doesn't work anymore"

Synonyms:

• function
• work
• operate
• go
• run

Verb

handle and cause to function; "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"; "control the lever"

Synonyms:

• operate
• control

Verb

perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense

Synonyms:

• manoeuver
• maneuver
• manoeuvre
• operate

Verb

keep engaged; "engaged the gears"

Synonyms:

• engage
• mesh
• lock
• operate

Verb

perform surgery on; "The doctors operated on the patient but failed to save his life"

Synonyms:

• operate on
• operate